Boni LGX 600 mg+400 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Algae calcium vitamin d3 |
Company | Delta pharma ltd |
Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, tetany, and hypoparathyroidism
- In pregnancy and lactation due to increased demand
- In kidney disease and pancreatitis
- During therapy with antiseizure medications
- Prevention and treatment of Calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency
Composition
- Calcium Carbonate (Algae Source) BP 1250 mg equivalent to elemental Calcium 500 mg
- Vitamin D3 200 IU as Cholecalciferol USP
Pharmacology
- Important for building bones and making the body's framework stronger
- Useful for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and associated fractures
- Aids in calcium absorption from the gastrointestinal tract
- Stimulates bone formation
- Synergistic effects on bone growth
Dosage & Administration
- Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night
- Tablet should be taken orally
Interaction
- Reduces absorption of bisphosphonates, ciprofloxacin, fluorides, iron, levothyroxine, tetracycline, and zinc
- Absorption of calcium salts is reduced by corticosteroids
- Increased risk of hypercalcemia when Calcium and Vitamin D3 given with thiazides and related diuretics
- No clinically significant food-drug interactions reported
Contraindications
- Hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria
- Metastatic calcification
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components
Side Effects
- Irregular heartbeat
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Weakness
- Headache
- Metallic taste in mouth
- Muscle or bone pain
- Drowsiness
- High amount of Calcium in blood
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Should be used considering the risk-benefit ratio
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution should be taken in patients with renal impairment, sarcoidosis, hypercalcemia, and hypercalciuria
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for children under 12 years
Overdose Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Anorexia
- Abdominal cramps
- Headache
- Constipation
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C and away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children